Cooking Classes in Jeddah
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The Bride of the Red Sea is widely recognized for its vibrant culture and beautiful coastline, but did you know that there is also an exciting array of cooking classes in Jeddah? That’s right, if you’re a curious culinary enthusiast, whether you’re exploring Al-Balad, Al Hamra or Al Andalus, you’re sure to find cooking courses in Jeddah nearby with which to satisfy even your cravings for new cuisine. You can choose from an array of themes, ranging from French bistro and Italian pasta to those that allow you to cook Saudi Arabia's national dish, Kabsa. Each class is led by an expert local chef with over a decade’s experience. You don’t need lots of fancy skills, just a passion for world-class food. If that sounds like you, then don’t hesitate to book culinary classes in Jeddah!
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From the street food culture of Al-Balad and the eclectic eateries of Al Andalus to the upscale dining of Al Hamra and Al Ruwais, there’s no shortage of great food spots in Jeddah. But what if the city’s dining scene has inspired you to level up your own cooking? That’s precisely what cooking classes in Jeddah are for.
Offering the chance to learn diverse cuisines from around the world, you can choose from Japanese sushi, Italian pasta, Saudi Arabian specialties and more. And when you sign up for a class, everything is provided for you, including equipment and the full list of ingredients required to prepare your preferred menu. All you really need to do is show up and start cooking! Do so, and you’ll benefit from the guidance of a world-class chef with over 10 years’ experience at the pinnacle of their industry. With their help, you’ll learn delicious new recipes and master the skills you need to recreate them at home. In other words, whether you have a dinner party coming up or are hoping to shake up your family’s weekly meal routine, culinary classes in Jeddah are guaranteed to make you the talk of your table.
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Chef Kelly
Denver
Chef Kelly is a culinary instructor and chef well-versed in many cuisines. Her most notable professional achievements include being part of the test kitchen team at one of the top gourmet food magazines in the country as well as becoming the managing lead chef instructor at the most successful recreational cooking school in New York City. Chef Kelly also has experience as a garde manager and is currently a freelance chef.
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Chef Vivian and Michi
Tampa
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are a husband and wife dynamic culinary duo, each bringing more than 30 years of professional culinary experience to the table. Chef Vivian is a highly respected and lauded private chef, caterer and cooking class instructor. Chef Michi is a master of all things authentic Japanese sushi. Together, Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are a culinary force to be reckoned with in the kitchen.
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Chef Landi
Philadelphia
Chef Landi began his foray into the restaurant industry over 20 years ago as a server in Italy, and quickly found himself working in the kitchen, learning the skills and techniques that have been foundational to his now successful culinary career. In 2001, Chef Landi moved to the U.S. and discovered a newfound passion for teaching. Now, he is both a chef at an Argentinian steakhouse and a lauded culinary instructor.
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Chef Jordan W.
San Diego
Born with a love for tantalizing flavors, Chef Jordan pursued his culinary ambitions as soon as he could, which took him around the world. He wants everyone who savors his cooking to remember it long after they leave the table, and to ensure that happens, he infuses all the knowledge he has gained into every dish. Chef Jordan looks forward to inspiring both novice and proficient chefs to explore new techniques and ingredients in the kitchen.
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Chef Mike
Bay Area
Over the last 20 years, Chef Mike has acquired a wide range of talents working in recipe development, food styling and instruction at some of the nation's most reputable culinary programs. With a degree in Food and Nutrition as well as Culinary Arts, he is passionate about sharing knowledge of cooking healthfully without sacrificing taste. A world traveler, Chef Mike's range of cuisine knows no bounds and he delights in sharing the stories and technique behind each dish.
| 191 Reviews
Chef Tracy
Memphis
Chef Tracy is an epicurean and former athlete with a passion for healthy, wholesome recipes. She's worked as both a culinary and pastry chef, which helped her launch a health food dessert company in 2008. She's taught hands-on cooking and nutrition courses for conferences and major companies, including two large grocery store brands. Chef Tracy has also written books and articles that share her recipes and nutrition knowledge.
| 193 Reviews
Chef Dock
Atlanta
Chef Dock was just 11 years old when he discovered his passion for the culinary arts. After working as a line cook, he managed a bustling restaurant, where he provided tasteful corporate catering services to high net-worth clients. With deep knowledge about ingredients geared toward a healthy lifestyle and memory enhancement, Chef Dock now owns a private chef and catering company, specializing in a variety of cuisines and simple, nourishing meals.
| 94 Reviews
Chef Luca
Atlanta
Chef Luca is a dynamic and talented gastronomic genius from Parma, Italy with more than 22 years of professional culinary experience under his belt. After spending years honing his craft in both Italy as well as Addis Abeba, Ethiopia, Chef Luca landed in Atlanta. He has found incredible success as a personal and private chef as well as a culinary instructor who loves incorporating history into his interactive classes.
| 295 Reviews
Chef Mert
Los Angeles
Chef Mert hails from a family of exceptional cooks who take pride in their Balkan and Mediterranean culinary cultures. He applied his natural talents while working at Michelin-starred Spago Beverly Hills. His experience preparing meals for A-list celebrities and food critics helped expand his enterprise as a private chef. In Chef Mert’s view, cuisine is an artform where passion and soul are as important as flavor and texture.
| 152 Reviews
Chef Harold
Boston
While building 16 years of experience in sushi restaurants, Chef Harold developed a diverse style of cooking. He is inspired by the world around us — from traditional Japanese sushi techniques to local farmers market finds — and brings it all to the table. He loves hospitality and brings soul, magic and logic into your cooking as he drives you toward personal mastery and becoming your best self in the kitchen.
| 383 Reviews
Chef Federico
Philadelphia
Chef Frederico has had a strong passion for cooking since he was a teenager, beginning his culinary career working as a waiter and as a manager in the restaurant business in his home country of Italy. Chef Frederico then came to the U.S. and his culinary career continued to reach new heights. Now, he is sharing his skills, knowledge, and gastronomic prowess in an array of incredible and delicious culinary experiences!
| 179 Reviews
Chef Jordan
Washington, D.C.
For Chef Jordan, cooking is truly an art form. He learned how to combine various flavors and aromas in a captivating way from several professional experiences, including at Eleven Madison Park, a three-star Michelin restaurant in New York, and experiencing the Spanish culture that helped him develop his own style of food. Chef Jordan, who has worked as a chef for many years, plans to spend the rest of his life learning new techniques and cooking styles.
| 128 Reviews
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FAQs
How much do cooking classes in Jeddah cost?
Culinary classes are typically priced between 221سSAR ($59USD) and over 375سSAR ($100USD), however, this is only a rough starting price. Several factors are likely to affect the cost, including the type of class you choose. It’s also worth bearing in mind that class prices are tiered based on group size, and that high-demand dates like Eid al-Fitr tend to command higher prices.
For a rough estimate of what you’ll pay for a particular class, check the per-person starting price on the experience web page. Alternatively, for more in-depth assistance, you can always reach out to our friendly Concierge team who are always on hand and happy to help.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Cooking experiences are for anybody who has an interest in world-class cuisine and the desire to learn to cook it. It really doesn’t matter if you’re new to the kitchen — there are plenty of beginner-friendly classes that are sure to get you started. If you’re more experienced, you’ll also find classes that provide the new foodie challenge you’ve been looking for.
Signing up for cooking lessons is also a great way for celebrating one of life’s many special moments. It could be an anniversary, a birthday party or even a team building event. Whatever the occasion, everybody’s bound to love learning to cook their favorite foods with help from a world-class chef.
What should I expect during a typical class?
There are a few things to look forward to when you sign up for a cooking class. The first is for everything to be provided for you, meaning that all you need to bring is yourself. The second is to have a blast!
Learning from a renowned chef, you’ll get to pick their brains, learn their kitchen secrets and gain interesting insights into both local and global food cultures. In terms of the skills you’ll learn, those depend on the specific experience you book. Whatever’s on the menu, you’ll have the chance at the end of the session to sit, reflect on your learnings with your classmates and share delicious cuisine of your own creation.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
It depends on which class you take. As an example, a class focused on local cuisine will usually involve getting to grips with the specialized equipment and authentic ingredients required to recreate Saudi Arabian dishes like kabsa. Similarly, a pasta-making class will typically see you getting hands-on with the time-honored techniques required to roll and fill fresh pasta, before whipping up sumptuous sauces to pair with it.
In most cases, your chef will also cover skills that are essential to most cuisines. Think knife handling, ingredient preparation, seasoning and kitchen safety. This means that whatever’s on your specific chosen menu, you’re guaranteed to leave the class having sharpened the skills that are fundamental to the success of any aspiring chef.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
If you’ve enrolled in one of the city’s best cooking classes, it’s time to get excited! You’ll have the chance to learn mouthwatering new recipes from around the world and unlock the skills you need to recreate them in your home kitchen. What’s more, you’ll do it under the guidance of an expert chef with over a decade’s experience, gaining fascinating insights into food culture and gleaning their most closely-guarded culinary secrets.
The best part? You’ll get to share the experience with your favorite foodie friends and family. Together, you’ll have a blast, learning new skills and sampling one another’s creations, making memories that’ll last long after the class is over.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
There is an array of different cooking courses to choose from. If you’re an experienced cook, you’re sure to find one that offers the next culinary challenge you’re looking for. Equally, if you’re new to the kitchen, there are plenty of beginner-friendly experiences that are perfect for honing your skills.
You can also choose from a wide selection of themes. You might be in the mood to roll restaurant-grade sushi, prepare dishes worthy of your favorite Parisian bistro or cook kabsa like a Jeddah local. Whatever you choose, you’ll learn to cook it under the guidance of an expert chef. With over a decade’s experience, they know exactly what it takes to help you level up your home cooking.
Where do the classes take place?
This is up to you! Perhaps you want to enjoy one of Jeddah’s top cooking classes in the comfort of your home or vacation rental. If so, all that’s required is a clean and functional kitchen plus enough space for your guests to take part safely. Provided that those are in place, your chef will gladly come to you.
Alternatively, you can choose to learn at the chef’s table. If that sounds fun, you’ll find plenty of hosts in the city just waiting to welcome eager epicureans into their own kitchens. Just consult the map on your chosen experience page to see exactly where the chef is located.
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